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Footballer Syd Puddefoot who played for Blackburn Rovers and West Ham United
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Footballer Syd Puddefoot who played for Blackburn Rovers and West Ham United
Footballer Syd Puddefoot who played for Blackburn Rovers and West Ham United.
Syd was sold for £ 5, 000 from West Ham to Falkirk in February 1922. Syd was the 1st £ 5, 000 uk football transfer fee to be sold.
Picture here in March 1935
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This print showcases the legendary footballer Syd Puddefoot, who left an indelible mark on both Blackburn Rovers and West Ham United. With a career spanning the 1930s, Puddefoot's talent and skill were evident in every match he played. In February 1922, Puddefoot made history as he became the first player to be sold for a staggering £5,000 transfer fee from West Ham to Falkirk. This groundbreaking transaction forever changed the landscape of UK football transfers. The portrait captured here in March 1935 exudes strength and determination. Puddefoot's piercing gaze reflects his unwavering commitment to the sport that defined him. His rugged features tell tales of countless battles fought on the pitch. As we delve into this snapshot from Memory Lane Prints, we are transported back to a time when football was pure and unadulterated by commercialism. It serves as a reminder of why we fell in love with this beautiful game in the first place – for its ability to unite communities and inspire generations. Let us celebrate Syd Puddefoot's legacy as one of England's finest footballers through this remarkable photograph. May it serve as a testament to his extraordinary contributions during an era that will forever hold a special place in our hearts.
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